GDS GDS DRIVE 500 Manual

Installation and Maintenance Manual
Domestic Sliding Gate Operator
M ODEL : GDS D RIVE 500
A.B.N. 62 059 806 405
Nov 2016 V1.00

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CONTENTS
Section No : Page No
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1 Sa ety Precautions 3
2 Wiring Requirements 4
3 Installation details 7-14
Operator Dimensions
Mechanical Installation/Mounting detail
Control board layout
Electrical Connections/Programming
Trouble shooting
4 Manual release 14
5 Maintenance details 15
6 Warranty 10

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1. S AFETY P RECAUTIONS
WARNING! FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS COULD
RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH AND / OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT .
•Appropriately licensed and competent personnel only should install the automation equipment.
•The operators are designed specifically to open and close sliding gates or doors and should not be used for any
other purpose.
•Before commencing installation, read through this installation manual.
•Check that the operator and controls are in new condition and have not been damaged in transit.
•Check the gate or door and it’s associated support posts and walls to protect against shearing, compression and
other various traps which could cause serious injury or death. Take into consideration the general installation and
surrounding environment.
•Check the gateposts or mounting structure has the necessary strength and rigidity to support the operator and the
load of the opening and closing gate motion.
CAUTION!
Always incorporate the appropriate Photo Electric Cells, Induction oops and any other
safety devices to protect both equipment and personnel. Extra caution should be employed
when using operator in auto close mode.
•Display any necessary signs to indicate any danger areas and automatic operation of the gate or door.
•The operators are not designed to be used in any hazardous areas or areas subject to flooding etc.
•All electrical connections and wiring must be performed with AS/NZS 3000-2007 as the guidelines. (Or its
counterpart for other countries outside of Australia and New Zealand)
WARNING! E ECTRICITY CAN KI
•The manufacturer of the automation equipment is not responsible for the damage which may be caused to either
the operator, gate or door and any other person or equipment when: -
oWrong or poor installation practices were performed.
oNo or inadequate safety devices were used.
oE ITHER THE SURROUNDING STRUCTURE OR THE GATE OR DOOR STRENGTH AND RIGIDITY WAS NOT
SUFFICIENT FOR THE TASK IN HAND .
oI NEFFICIENT LOCKING DEVICES WERE EMPLOYED .
oPoor maintenance on the equipment.
oAny other circumstances beyond the manufacturers control.
• I SOLATE POWER BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE , QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY TO CARRY OUT
MAINTENANCE
• O NLY ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS ARE TO BE USED SHOULD THERE BE A REQUIREMENT FOR THEM .
• K EEP LOOSE CLOTHING AND HANDS CLEAR OF THE GATE WHILST IN OPERATION OR POTENTIALLY ABLE TO BE
OPERATED .
• T HE INSTALLER SHOULD PROVIDE ALL INFORMATION CONCERNING THE USE OF THE AUTOMATION EQUIPMENT AS
WELL AS INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING THE MANUAL OVERRIDE AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES TO THE USERS OF
THE SYSTEM
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2. W IRING R EQUIREMENTS
- The operator can be connected to a suitable 240v a.c 10A power circuit provided it is done so by a
licensed person and rules in AS/NZS 3000:2007 are adhered to.
- Solar power can be used to power the operator instead of connecting 240v. This unit can be supplied set
up for use with solar power, or by removing the 240vac transformer and following wiring set up for solar
connection.
- The power supply transformer can be removed and installed in an IP rated enclosure and mounted away
from the gate operator. This is done sometimes where mains power is not available or it is impractical to
run mains power to the site. The operator can be supplied with a separate power supply upon special order.
Then all that is run to the operator is 2 x 2.5mm wires to carry 16vac (extra low voltage).
3. I NSTALLATION D ETAILS
Operator Dimensions

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Mechanical Ins alla ion
*Shown above is a guide or positioning and set up or the base plate in relation to the gate.
1. Check that the gate runs smoothly throughout its travel and does not bind anywhere.
2. IMPORTANT Ensure gate stops are fitted at the fully open and closed positions. These stops need
to be engineered and installed in such a way that they will be strong enough to stop the gate if the limit
switch fails to activate.
3. As an easy, quick set up, bolt the operator onto the base plate first, then sit the operator on top of the
base plate on the concrete, adjust the operator at a location where the pinion gear meshes fully onto the
rack and ensuring the pinion face is parallel with the gate rail. Now at this position, mark through the 4
x mounting holes on the base plate to show where to drill for the fixings.
4. Remove operator/baseplate.
5. Drill for the fixings.
6. Dynabolt mounting plate to concrete pad using 10mm x 100mm dynabolts.
7. If the anti-tamper bar is to be used, follow the steps below.
8. Or, position the operator/base plate back in positon, and bolt down to the concrete. Now you can positon
the operator in the best position to suit the gate rack by starting at one end, loosely hold a piece of rack
on top of the pinion, and gently against the gate rail, then slide the gate along. Take not of the best
position for the operator by sliding in or out to suit. Tighten the 2 x operator fixing bolts onto the base
plate.
9. Manually release the operator by unlocking the manual release lever with the supplied key and opening
the release door. Then start attaching rack to the gate frame ensuring that the rack meshes onto the
pinion gear with 1 – 2mm clearance. (another suggestion for setting clearance on page 7)
10. Rack is normally tek screwed to gate rail. After fixing the rack for the full length of the gate, run the
gate back and check the rack meshes to the pinion gear without being too high or too low.
*Ano her me hod for achieving clearance be ween pinion and rack.

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*Guide o fi ing an i- amper bracke

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*Gearbox Oil
The gearbox is lubricated with 80W/90 gear oil, which has
been added at the factory.
Setting gate direction and mounting limit actuators
1. The operator has been set up at the factory to close to the left when looking from the inside of gate
looking out, so firstly, if you`re gate closes to the right, swap over the white and brown wires on the “lc” and
“lo” or “Limit close” and “Limit open” limit connection plugs. Also you will need to swap over the blue
and black motor wires.

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2. With the gate fully closed, hold the limit actuator on top of the rack so the leading edge of the
actuator is about 20 to 40mm away from the limit switch. Mark positions to drill 2 x 5mm holes as shown
below.
*Tip: With the operator powered up, you can see when the limit switch activates, by keeping an eye on the
cl and ol led indicators, so when the led turns on, you have reached the approx. close stop positon. So once
you see the led turn on, then move the limit actuator approx. 20mm forward from this position, this will then
give you a more accurate final position for the bracket to allow for run on of the gate.
Make sure you drill between the valleys of the rack, and mount using the supplied 5mm stainless bolts
shown above.
Do the same for the open limit actuator. Once the operator is running, you can slide the actuator across to
fine tune the final stopping position of the gate.
Elec rical Connec ions
Supply
•ANE 240v 3A fused input terminals are provided pre wired with a 3 pin plug top.
•Supply transformer rated at 240vac primary, 15vac 15VA secondary.
Power for accessories
12vdc regulated supply terminals available on control board.

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Con rol Board Layou
Programming

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Trouble shooting
4. M ANUAL R ELEASE
Using the key provided, unlock the clutch release door, then pull the door out to release for manual
operation. To lock the gate back into automatic operation, move the gate to around the half way positon,
push the lever back in, then lock off in position with the key. The first operation will be a slow close so it re
learns its positioning. Normal operation will resume.

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5. M AINTENANCE D ETAILS
WARNING!
Failure to maintain equipment may result in injury or death and/or damage to property and equipment
Recommended maintenance to be performed on the operator and gate are as follows:-
Operator performs between 20-49 cycles a day every 6 months
Operator performs under 20 cycles a day every 12 months
Date:
Site Name:
Site Address:
Before commencing maintenance on the operator, isolate the electrical supply to ensure operator will not
run inadvertently.
Gate rolls freely when in manual....................................................................................................... 
Gate wheels and guide rollers in good condition.............................................................................. 
Gate stops are installed and in good condition, not loose..................................................................
Gate rack is tight & correct clearances between pinion wheel & rack.............................................. 
Gate track is not damaged..................................................................................................................
Gate operator mounting bolts tight.................................................................................................... 
No oil leaks from gearboxes.............................................................................................................. 
Inside operator and control box clean................................................................................................
‘Baygon’ Surface Spray around operator (not on electronics).......................................................... 
All electrical connections tight......................................................................................................... 
Check battery charge voltage correct.................................................................................................
Unplug mains power and run operator a number of times on battery. The operator should not start
Slowing down or struggle, if it does, replace battery (battery life generally 2-5 years) ..…………..
Limit Switches operate in appropriate positions ...............................................................................
External safety devices work effectively / cleaned........................................................................... 
General operation i.e. speed, auto close etc normal.......................................................................... 
Comments........................................................................................................................................................
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Service performed by:.....................................................................................................................................

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6. Warran y
a. G ATE D RIVE S YSTEMS A USTRALIA WARRANTS THAT THE GOODS MANUFACTURED BY IT SHALL BE FREE FROM
DEFECT IN MANUFACTURE FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF INVOICE . S HOULD ANY FAULT
OCCUR WITHIN THAT PERIOD AS A RESULT OF FAULTY WORKMANSHIP OR MATERIALS , G ATE D RIVE S YSTEMS
A USTRALIA AT ITS DISCRETION , REPLACE THE PRODUCT AT NO CHARGE TO THE C USTOMER EXCEPT FOR
REMOVAL , INSTALLATION & FREIGHT . T HE APPROPRIATE S ERIAL N UMBER MUST BE QUOTED FOR ALL
WARRANTY CLAIMS .
b. F OR THE GOODS NOT MANUFACTURED BY G ATE D RIVE S YSTEMS A USTRALIA , WE SHALL PASS ON THE
MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY TO THE C USTOMER FROM THE DATE OF INVOICE . I T IS THE MANUFACTURERS
DISCRETION TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GOODS DEEMED TO BE DEFECTIVE AS A RESULT OF FAULTY WORKMANSHIP
OR MATERIALS .
c. A LL GOODS MUST BE RETURNED TO G ATE D RIVE S YSTEMS A USTRALIA OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE FOR
INSPECTION OR TESTING TO ASSESS IF A CLAIM IS JUSTIFIED . I T IS THE RESPONSIBILITY AND AT THE COST OF
THE C USTOMER , TO REMOVE & RETURN THE GOODS FOR INSPECTION AND FREIGHT COSTS ARE THE
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE C USTOMER .
d. T HE WARRANTY IS NEGATED AND WILL NOT APPLY IN THE FOLLOWING CIRCUMSTANCES :-
i. I F NO PROOF OF DATE OF PURCHASE CAN BE PRODUCED .
ii. I F THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN USED IN A MANNER BEYOND ITS DESIGN PARAMETERS .
iii. I F THE PRODUCT IS TAMPERED WITH OR REPAIRED BY PERSONNEL NOT AUTHORISED TO DO SO .
iv. I N RESPECT OF LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY ROUGH TREATMENT .
v. I F THE PRODUCT IS NOT USED AND MAINTAINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH INSTRUCTIONS OR
RECOMMENDATIONS LISTED IN THIS I NSTALLATION AND M AINTENANCE M ANUAL .
vi. I N RESPECT OF LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY AN A CT OF G OD OR ANY OTHER CAUSE NOT WITHIN THE
MANUFACTURERS CONTROL .
e. G OODS RETURNED UNDER WARRANTY FOR REPAIR OR TESTING WILL INCUR A CHARGE TO BE FIXED BY THE
MANUFACTURER IF NO FAULT IS FOUND .
f. T HE C USTOMER SHALL BEAR FREIGHT CHARGES FOR REMOVING & RETURNING THE GOODS FOR INSPECTION
AND FOR THE DELIVERY & INSTALLATION OF ANY REPLACEMENT OR REPAIRED PRODUCT FROM A JUSTIFIED
WARRANTY CLAIM .
g. S AVE FOR THE EXPRESS CONDITIONS AND WARRANTIES HEREIN CONTAINED ALL OTHER CONDITIONS OR
WARRANTIES ( WHETHER AS THE QUALITY , FITNESS FOR PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER MATTER ) EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED BY STATUTE , COMMON LAW , EQUITY , TRADE CUSTOM , USAGE OR OTHERWISE ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY
EXCLUDED PROVIDED THAT NOTHING IN THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SHALL EXCLUDE OR LIMIT ANY
BREACH OR CONDITION IMPLIED BY LAW , THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF WHICH IS NOT PERMITTED BY
LAW
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